2002 Ford Ranger Intermittent No Start

2002 FORD RANGER
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MIKEY_T9
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2002 ford ranger will not start sometimes. when the key is turned it will turn over a couple times and then quit and make a fast clicking sound. This does not always happen but when it does I usaually just boost it and its good for a while, but last time even trying to boost didn't do anything but im hoping that there was somethin wrong witht the guys cables or it was just too cold out. Any easy checks I could look for? Or any Ideas, Ive heard that it could be the starter?
Feb 18, 2006 at 12:23 PM
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PEPPERMRJ
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Check all the connections, the battery cables, the alternator connections, and the ground wires.
Your battery could be failing and no longer holding a charge. Your alternator could be failing and is no longer able to charge the battery. You could have both, battery and alternator going bad.

A lot of local parts houses will do these checks for free.

Good luck and let us know what you find. :)
Feb 19, 2006 at 2:01 AM
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Check battery cables, alternator connections, and ground wires for tightness and corrosion. Have the battery and alternator tested, as either or both may be failing to hold or supply a charge. Many parts stores perform these tests at no cost.

Conversation Summary

A 2002 Ford Ranger sometimes cranks briefly, then stops and makes a fast clicking sound. Jump-starting usually restores it for a while, but one attempt did not help. The owner asked about easy checks and whether the starter could be at fault. The expert advised inspecting battery cables, alternator connections, and grounds, and testing the battery and alternator, noting that one or both may be failing.

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